Get Ready to Shine: Life as a Law Student at Stewart McKelvey

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In this four-part series from Stewart McKelvey, we look at demystifying the law student experience. From being a summer student to an Articled Clerk, join us as we talk about decision making in applying to law firms, to the experiences of summer students, to the importance of mentorship as an Articled Clerk and finally figuring out how to find “your place” in a firm. Hosted by Janet Zed, Manager of Student Programs, this podcast speaks with current Associates as they remember their student experiences, provide some vital insights, and share stories and anecdotes. This four-part series is a must for any law student embarking on their path to becoming a lawyer. Stewart McKelvey is Atlantic Canada’s largest full-service law firm, and one of the twenty largest law firms in Canada. We provide the legal expertise and innovative solutions clients need to more forward confidently. read less
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29-10-2021
After Articles
In this final episode of our student podcast series, Associates Kristen Fulton (UNB, 2016) and Giles Ayers (UBC, 2016) tell us what life is like in the years following articles. How did their experiences during that year lead them to where they are now? What does finding “their place” in the Firm mean? And now that they’re becoming increasingly established in their careers, what advice would they give to a law school student starting their path to becoming a lawyer.

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After Articles
29-10-2021
After Articles
In this final episode of our student podcast series, Associates Kristen Fulton (UNB, 2016) and Giles Ayers (UBC, 2016) tell us what life is like in the years following articles. How did their experiences during that year lead them to where they are now? What does finding “their place” in the Firm mean? And now that they’re becoming increasingly established in their careers, what advice would they give to a law school student starting their path to becoming a lawyer.
Being an Articled Clerk
22-10-2021
Being an Articled Clerk
Associates Nico Jones (Dalhousie, 2018) and John Morse (UNB, 2018) share their experiences from their articling year. They look at the importance of team work in a firm, the vital role formal and informal mentorship plays, and the much-needed supports Stewart McKelvey provides to though the year. They’ll even share some time management and survival skills!
The Summer Student Experience
15-10-2021
The Summer Student Experience
Associates Maddie Coats (Dalhousie, 2020) and Chee Ng (UNB, 2021) share their experiences as summer students. We’ll hear their thoughts on the learning curve, what training and supports are built into the summer student experience at Stewart McKelvey, how to manage feedback as a student, and hear a little bit of the social side of the summer student experience.
The Recruitment Experience
05-10-2021
The Recruitment Experience
Associates Cal DeWolfe (Dalhousie, 2021) and Lyndsay Scovil (Ottawa, 2021) share their personal experiences in deciding where to apply (and what was it about Stewart McKelvey), their thoughts on the recruitment process, their impressions and perceptions of working in a big law firm, (we’ll see if those match up to their experiences!), and how they worked through the nerves that are part of the recruitment process. We also talk important dates in the application process – a must-listen for law students.